Sonographer- OB​/GYN- Brevard Women's Care

Sonographer- OB/GYN
- Brevard Women's Care

Apply locations Brevard Women's Care time type Full time posted on Posted 4 Days Ago job requisition  R515

JOB SUMMARY:

Performs a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgement and initiative in the utilization of ultrasound in a dedicated perinatal and gyn facility. The sonographer assumes responsibility for procedures performed. This position will focus on obstetrical and gynecological as needed ultrasound scans.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

95%, Clinical Activities

• Prepare exam room and ultrasound equipment in accordance with infectious disease, sterilization, and patient safety protocols, policies, and procedures.
• Review patient medical history and supporting clinical information including records received from outside providers, hospital system and EMR.
• Perform ultrasound procedures completely with independent judgement, initiative and accuracy. Assess the quality of sonographic images produced and state if there are limiting factors affecting the study. Communicate initial findings to patient in a manner appropriate to patient’s ability to comprehend information.
• Accurately label each ultrasound performed. Complete all preliminary ultrasound reports and assure completeness of all ultrasound records and follow-up with referring care providers for MAHEC patients from all Departments.
• Communicate ultrasound findings to care providers immediately if indicated by preliminary ultrasound report. Obtain additional images as warranted by initial screening exam. Notify the maternal-fetal specialist of any suspected abnormalities per protocol.
• Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality in accordance with privacy laws and organizational policies and procedures.
• Assign appropriate priority to patient scheduling of work-ins and accommodates emergencies, if possible.
• Establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with co-workers, administrators, support staff, physicians, and other members of the health care team.

5%, Administrative Activities

• Assist in the maintenance of the ultrasound literature file.
• Perform and document quality control procedures for ultrasound and sterilization equipment to ensure patient safety, optimal machine performance, and effective preventive maintenance.
• Assist with image capture and reporting to ensure appropriate accreditation is secured and maintained (AIUM, AAAHC, etc.)

This role description is a general description of the essential job functions. It is not intended to describe all the duties the Sonographer may perform.

KEY

COMPETENCIES:

• Communication Skills
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  Effectively and respectably communicate with other individuals, whether it be a colleague, patient, or patient’s family member and appropriately enumerate information in a manner easily understood by all parties.
• Decision Making
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  Ability to make the most appropriate decision in a given situation and then taking the next steps to ensure appropriate and timely completion.
• Health Care Knowledge
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  Having the drive to keep yourself abreast and up to date on the new breakthroughs in your area of expertise.
• Interpersonal Skills
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  Showing the ability to meet difficult situations with grace, professionalism, and understanding.
• Organizational Values
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  Adherence to MAHEC’s founding principles and incorporating them every day.
• Problem Solving
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  Having an analytical mind and ability to work autonomously to solve complex problems that may arise.

SPECIFIED SKILLS

• COMPUTER:
  Excellent skills with imaging software, Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and database applications preferred.
• FOREIGN LANGUAGE:
  Spanish speaking skills preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Frequently stands, walks, uses hands to handle or feel, reaches with hands and arms, bends, talks, and listens.
• Sometimes sits, climbs, and stoops or kneels. Lifts up to 50 pounds maximum with frequent lifting/and or carrying objects up to 25 pounds.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

N/A

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

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  MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
  
  High school graduate.

Graduate of an accredited diagnostic medical sonography program with a concentration in ultrasound technology.

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